Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Moscow (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Moscow, OH seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining clear radio communication with responding crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma; some positions may require fire dispatch training or emergency medical dispatch coursework. Shift work can include nights, weekends, and overtime depending on incidents.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required for this role.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and incident updates.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Maps reading

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Moscow, OH seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining clear radio communication with responding crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma; some positions may require fire dispatch training or emergency medical dispatch coursework. Shift work can include nights, weekends, and overtime depending on incidents.